We have a mission. To figure out the best fictional dad in all of history. Join us in a bracket style competition to find a new father to adopt us all!
Although Komari was born to a prestigious vampire family, her hatred of blood has made her the picture of mediocrity—scrawny, uncoordinated, inept at magic, and a complete shut-in. The problem is that she’s just become the commander of the army without knowing it, she’s failing upwards.
Saturday May 17, 2025 10:00am - 12:00pm MDT Macleod E3
There's a wide variety of AMVs to choose from, from drama to comedy to action, and we'll be showcasing them throughout the con! You can watch as many as you like and you can stay as long as you want; a perfect opportunity to take a break in between panels and events.
Saturday May 17, 2025 10:00am - 12:30pm MDT Macleod E1
It's spring and Mato and Yomi are new classmates at school, they are drawn to each other despite their contrasting personalities but they both have secrets they can’t share with each other - in an empty world, two girls fight: Black Rock Shooter and Deadmaster.
Saturday May 17, 2025 10:30am - 12:30pm MDT Macleod E4
Ten years ago, the Hero Max defeated the Demon Lord. In order to regain his power, the Demon Lord went into a deep slumber...but when he awakens, his body is only a chibi version of its fearsome form. Moreso, he discovers the mighty hero living in a dirty one-room apartment.
Saturday May 17, 2025 10:30am - 12:30pm MDT Macleod E2
So you know all your Pokémon, your type matchups, all the moves, items, and have a team. But how do you actually win a competitive Pokémon battle? Step aside Geeta, we've got humans to beat.
As an adventurer living in Orario, Bell Cranel becomes the only member of Hestia Familia. Although he was very weak compared to veteran dungeon crawlers, he wishes to be stronger. With the help of his goddess, Hestia, he vows to be strong enough to protect everyone important to him.
Saturday May 17, 2025 12:00pm - 2:00pm MDT Macleod E3
Want to come and watch some of the strangest ideas ever made into an AMV? Then this is the block for you as you'll never believe what your eyes and ears will see and hear!
Saturday May 17, 2025 12:30pm - 1:30pm MDT Macleod E1
The demon lord has been slain by the hands of a lone human warrior. As humanity rejoices, a tournament is being held in the Demon Realm to determine the next demon lord, and it has drawn in the unlikeliest of contestants—Helck, a man who claims to hate humans but is one himself.
Saturday May 17, 2025 12:30pm - 2:30pm MDT Macleod E2
Dive into the secrets of Action Fantasy! Discover the pillars of storytelling, analyze popular tropes, and craft dynamic worlds and characters with this interactive panel for fans and writers alike.
The most popular block in the AMV room is back. Everyone needs to enjoy a good laugh; a moment to let loose and really enjoy oneself. Comedy & Parody AMVs is here just for that! Get your seat early as this block fills up fast!
Saturday May 17, 2025 2:00pm - 3:00pm MDT Macleod E1
The full series, Gunbuster (1988) and Diebuster (2004). We’ll watch the entire story from start to finish, from Noriko’s first days in pilot school to Nono’s battle to save the Earth, an adventure spanning 10,000 years.
Saturday May 17, 2025 2:00pm - 8:00pm MDT Macleod E3
Guided hand-in-hand by mentors, experience this immersive and fun guide for FFXIV! We'll prepare you for everything you need to know so you can be well-equipped to step foot into the world of Eorzea!
As a huge fan of Ai, Gorou Amemiya cheers her on from his countryside medical practice, wishing he could meet her in person one day. His wish comes true when Ai shows up at his hospital—not sick, but pregnant with twins!
Saturday May 17, 2025 3:00pm - 5:00pm MDT Macleod E2
Use voice acting to enhance your TTRPG sessions! Learn techniques to create unique character voices, embody their personalities, and add depth to your RP. Great for Game Masters and players alike!
MILGRAM is an interactive music project created by DECO*27 and Takuya Yamanaka. We'll go over the 1st trial, then watch the music videos for the 2nd, so this panel is for fans and newcomers alike!
Befitting this year's fantasy theme at Otafest, we offer you some AMVs that will transport you to another world filled with swords and sorcery, heroes and monsters, and maybe a few cheat skills to help you survive.
Saturday May 17, 2025 4:30pm - 5:30pm MDT Macleod E1
Returning for a second year - Come test your knowledge for amazing prizes (both official and fan made)! Includes 2 cactpot lotto draws! Come early to increase your chances of playing.
Tetsuro lives in a far future world in which humans have the choice to travel to another planet where they can exchange their bodies for immortal, robotic counterparts. His goal is to someday acquire enough money to board the Galaxy Express 999 and travel to the planet of robots.
Saturday May 17, 2025 4:30pm - 7:00pm MDT Macleod E4
Hailing from the Calgary area arrives Tozoku (tow-zoo-co). A young nerdcore artist with an infectious stage presence and bouncy delivery style blending together anime and pop culture references.
One Piece has been around a long time and there are many AMVs that have been made to the series. Come spend an hour watching some of the best videos dedicated to all things pirate.
Saturday May 17, 2025 6:00pm - 7:00pm MDT Macleod E1
What is Nerdlesque? It's Cosplay Burlesque! Learn all about this wonderful and wacky genre of Burlesque and where it came from, and use it to elevate cosplay performance and costumes.
Do you miss the look of retro anime? Do you still watch your worn-out bootleg tapes on a CRT? Are you just an old soul? Come join a bunch of like-minded weirdos for a celebration of the classics!
Just when you thought there would be no more AMV Hell! Come and celebrate the 20th Anniversary of AMV Hell with 'AMV Hell 8: The Deepest Point'. This iconic series of AMV comedy shorts was made especially for cons and we are excited to show it at Otafest on the big screen. Don't miss your chance to see it, as you never know; it could be the last one!
Saturday May 17, 2025 10:00pm - 11:30pm MDT Macleod E1
It's karaoke time! Have an anime song in mind you want to sing? Then come on in! We'll be using the official Joysound Karaoke app on the Nintendo Switch.
